Non-cellular PA sheets market in Italy

Earlier Report Observations

The Italian market for non-cellular PA sheets contracted in 2019, with volume falling to 24 484 t from 28 678 t the previous year, while market value dropped to 96.9 million $ US from 133.0 million $ US. By 2022, the market rebounded strongly, reaching 30 289 t in volume and 136.1 million $ US in value, indicating a recovery in demand.

A sharp decline followed in 2023, with market volume dropping to 22 591 t and value to 84.0 million $ US. The market partially recovered in 2024, rising to 25 498 t and 101.8 million $ US. This recovery was supported by a growing focus on innovative and sustainable materials, as companies developed films with recycled and biodegradable content aligned with circular economy principles. Additionally, technological advancements in coatings and laminations enhanced product performance and environmental sustainability, stimulating demand in packaging applications.

Production non-cellular PA sheets in Italy

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Italy's production of non-cellular PA sheets declined for the second year in a row. In 2019, output was valued at 102.9 million US dollars, marking a 25.1% decrease from the previous year. Over the 2017-2019 period, production fell by 39.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of -15.3%.

Annual dynamics of production in Italy in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Italy's production volume of non-cellular PA sheets dropped for the second consecutive year. In 2019, Italy produced 23 047 tonnes, representing a significant 14.1% decline compared to 2018. From 2017 to 2019, production decreased by 29.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of -11.0%.

Annual dynamics of production in Italy in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports non-cellular PA sheets from Italy

Exports in kind, t

Italy's exports of non-cellular PA sheets fell for the second year running. In 2020, exports totaled 11 909 tonnes, a slight decrease of 0.8% from the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports declined by 4.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of -1.5%. The highest export volume was recorded in 2018 at 12 603 tonnes, which saw a 1.2% increase. In 2019, exports dropped by 4.8%, the largest decline in the period.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Italy in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Italy's exports of non-cellular PA sheets were distributed across a diverse range of partner countries. Germany accounted for 18.6% of exports in kind, Spain for 13.6%, and the United States for 7.1%, together making up 39.2% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Italy in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

Italy's exports of non-cellular PA sheets in value terms showed mixed trends. In 2020, exports amounted to 61.712 million US dollars, a modest 1.3% increase from the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports decreased by 6.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of -2.1%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 68.613 million US dollars, which saw a 4.3% increase. In 2019, exports fell to 60.912 million US dollars, the largest decline at 11.2%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Italy in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, Italy's exports of non-cellular PA sheets in value terms were spread across a broad portfolio of buyers. Germany contributed 18.3% of exports, Spain 12.3%, and the United States 7.7%, together accounting for 38.3% of total exports, with many other countries holding smaller but notable shares.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Italy in value, 2017-2020

Imports non-cellular PA sheets to Italy

Imports in kind, t

Italy's imports of non-cellular PA sheets in volume terms increased gradually. In 2020, imports reached 13 914 tonnes, up 3.6% year-on-year. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports grew by 6.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.2%. The peak was in 2018 at 14 464 tonnes, which saw an 11.0% increase. In 2019, imports declined by 7.1%, the largest drop in the period.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Italy in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, three key markets dominated Italy's imports of non-cellular PA sheets in kind: Germany, China, and South Korea, together accounting for 60.7% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Italy in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

Italy's imports of non-cellular PA sheets in value terms declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, imports totaled 50.734 million US dollars, a gradual reduction of 7.5% compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports decreased by 9.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of -3.4%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 64.184 million US dollars, which saw a 14.2% increase. In 2019, imports fell by 14.5%, the largest decline in the period.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Italy in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, Germany was the leading source for Italy's imports of non-cellular PA sheets in value terms, accounting for 35.0%. Belgium contributed 12.1%, and South Korea 11.9%, together making up 59.0% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Italy in value, 2017-2020